Antisemitic Attacks Skyrocket by 200% in the U.S., Surpassing 10,000 Incidents

The number of antisemitic attacks in the United States surged by 200% over the past year, reaching a staggering 10,000 incidents — the highest number ever recorded by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL).

This sharp rise has been attributed in part to a significant increase in antisemitic activities on college campuses.

College Campuses Face Troubling Spike in Antisemitic Incidents

A significant portion of the rise in antisemitic incidents was seen on college campuses, with at least 1,200 such attacks recorded, marking a 500% jump compared to the previous year.

From Oct. 7, 2023, to Sept. 24, 2024, universities reported a massive increase in hate incidents, rising from 200 to over 1,200.

The ADL emphasized the gravity of this development, linking it to the growing wave of anti-Israel sentiment in academic institutions.

“Jewish Americans Haven’t Had a Moment of Respite”

Jonathan Greenblatt, head of the ADL, expressed deep concern about the ongoing surge in antisemitic violence. Reflecting on the one-year anniversary of the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack in Israel, he stated:

“Today, we mourn the victims of the Oct. 7 Hamas attack in Israel, marking one year since the worst massacre of Jews since the Holocaust… From that day on, Jewish Americans haven’t had a single moment of respite,” Greenblatt added, noting the unrelenting antisemitic threats and violence faced by Jewish communities across the U.S.

Escalating Threats as U.S. Cities Remain on High Alert

The latest data surfaced amid heightened security measures in cities nationwide, with authorities bracing for potential antisemitic and terror attacks in connection with the one-year anniversary of the Israel massacre.

The ADL’s report underscored the sheer scale of anti-Jewish hate, noting that the 10,000+ incidents recorded in the past year far exceeded the 3,325 incidents reported during the same period last year.

With more than 2,000 incidents occurring at Jewish sites like synagogues, the ADL revealed that over half of these sites faced bomb threats.

This is a significant increase compared to 81 bomb threats recorded the previous year.

Verbal Harassment, Vandalism, and Physical Violence on the Rise

The report also highlighted that over 8,000 incidents involved verbal or written harassment, while 1,840 cases of vandalism were documented.

Additionally, more than 150 physical assaults were carried out, underscoring the wide range of antisemitic actions plaguing Jewish communities.

Antisemitism at Anti-Israel Rallies

A third of the recorded antisemitic incidents were connected to anti-Israel rallies, with explicit support for terrorist organizations such as Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP).

The ADL pointed to this as one of the most alarming trends in antisemitic behavior since Oct. 7, 2023.

A Nation on Edge: “Week of Rage” and Rising Tensions

As the U.S. grapples with the sharp rise in antisemitism, tensions are expected to escalate with the planned “Week of Rage” protests on college campuses across the country.

These anti-Israel demonstrations are adding to concerns about potential hate crimes and unrest, particularly as Jewish communities and law enforcement remain vigilant.

The ADL’s findings suggest that the total number of antisemitic incidents could rise further once all data is finalized, leaving a nation anxious for resolution and safety amid a troubling year of growing intolerance.

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